1977 Ferrari 308 vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1977 Ferrari 308 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 308 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 193 kg more than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1957 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 308. (266 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 308.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ferrari 308 | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jaguar |
| Model | 308 | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2927 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
